Back to Events

2027 School Leadership Conference

For Heads, Trustees, CFOs, CAOs, Assistant Heads, Division Directors, Etc.

Wednesday, January 20, 2027 to Friday, January 22, 2027

The NCAIS School Leadership Conference brings together independent school leaders for shared learning, meaningful conversation, and professional connection. Designed for heads of school, trustees, CFOs, and other key leaders, the conference offers timely sessions focused on governance, leadership, strategy, advancement, school operations, and the issues shaping independent schools today.

Through expert-led presentations, breakout sessions, and opportunities for peer engagement, attendees will gain practical insights, strengthen professional relationships, and return to their schools with renewed perspective and purpose. This conference is an opportunity to connect with colleagues across the NCAIS community and invest in the leadership practices that support strong, mission-driven schools.

Credits Price
NCAIS Head of School
Your registration is complimentary. This will cover the cost of meals. 
16.00 (CEU) $250.00
Non-Member Head of School
Includes access to all conference programming from Wednesday through Friday morning.
16.00 (CEU) $500.00
Credits Price
NCAIS CFO
Includes access to all conference programming from Wednesday through Friday morning.
16.00 (CEU) $600.00
Non-Member CFO
Includes access to all conference programming from Wednesday through Friday morning.
16.00 (CEU) $650.00
Credits Price
NCAIS School Leader - Both Days
Includes access to conference programming on Wednesday and Thursday.
13.00 (CEU) $550.00
Non-Member School Leader
Includes access to conference programming on Wednesday and Thursday.
13.00 (CEU) $600.00
Credits Price
NCAIS Trustee - Both Days
Includes access to conference programming on Wednesday and Thursday.
13.00 (CEU) $550.00
Non-Member Trustee
Includes access to all conference programming on Wednesday and Thursday.
13.00 (CEU) $600.00
Hotel Information

Pinehurst Resort
80 Carolina Vista Dr.
Pinehurst, NC 28374

Room Rates: Single Occupancy: $279.00*, Double Occupancy: $338.00 ($169 per person per night)*
***per person, per night and include lodging and breakfast daily

Room Reservations: After you register for the conference, the group code and password for our room block will be emailed to you. The block is being held until December 21, 2026, so please make your reservations before this date to receive the reduced room rate.

Check-in: 4:00 pm / Check-out: before 11:00 am

Resort Accommodations: Guest rooms may be assigned to the Carolina Hotel, Holly Inn, Manor Inn. Carolina Villas, or Golf Course/Lake View Condominiums. Resort will make every effort to satisfy specific accommodation requests. 

Resort Service Fee: Unless otherwise stated in the package description, a 10% resort service fee will be placed on each package rate on a nightly basis. This includes use of the Fitness Center, on-site transportation, wireless internet access in guest rooms, valet and self-parking, beach club and outdoor pools (based on seasonal availability), bicycles, practice putting greens and driving range and complimentary use of BMW courtesy cars (based on availability). The Resort Service Fee also includes gratuities for staff in the dining venues covered by the meal portion of your package, as well as housekeeping, bell and door staff. For non-package meals and beverages in any of our dining outlets, a separate service charge is added to your account. Transportation staff does not participate in the resort services fee. Gratuities for any other service staff are at the Group's or each individual's discretion.

Golf: 
Golf Fees (includes green fees, cart and range balls), per person, per round: 

  • Course No 1, No. 3 and No 5               $60.00 
  • Course No. 2                                                 $360.00 
  • Course No. 4                                                 $240.00
  • Course No 6, No 7, No 8 & No 9        $165.00 
  • Course No 10                                               $270.00
  • The Cradle Short Course                      $65.00  

For More Information:

Stephanie Keaney
Stephanie Keaney
Executive Director North Carolina Association of Independent Schools (704)461-1812 x3